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Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Drug-affected drivers detected during traffic operation on Midlands Highway

Saturday, 24 May 2025 – 8:15 am.

Tasmania Police are reminding motorists about the dangers of drug driving after several concerning detections during a traffic operation on the Midlands Highway yesterday afternoon (23 May).
Officers from Road Policing Services conducted the operation south of Campbell Town, supported by the Dog Handler Unit.
During the operation, the police drug detection dog gave positive indications to several vehicles leading to the discovery of a quantity of methamphetamine.
The occupants were arrested and charged with trafficking a controlled substance.
Other results from the operation included:

3 x positive results for illicit drugs,
1 x driving whilst disqualified.

Detective Inspector Troy Morrisby said it is disappointing the number of drug-affected drivers on a major road such as the Midlands Highway, where speed limits reach up to 110 km/h.
“Alcohol and drugs remain one of the Fatal Five contributing factors to serious and fatal crashes on Tasmanian roads,” he said.
“Operations like this are critical to removing dangerous drivers from our roads, and it is especially concerning that people are choosing to drive under the influence on high-speed highways, putting themselves and other road users at serious risk.”
“We will continue to conduct high-visibility traffic operations across the state to deter unsafe driving and keep the community safe.”

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Eligibility of trustees and directors

All members of your self-managed super fund (SMSF) must be individual trustees or directors of the corporate trustee. When selecting fund trustees, you need to make sure they’re eligible.

Who can be a trustee

Members are eligible to be a trustee if they’re:

• at least 18 years old
• not under a legal disability such as mental incapacity
• not a disqualified person. A disqualified person includes a person who has been convicted of dishonest offences, is bankrupt or insolvent, or may be a future risk to retirement savings.

It is an offence to knowingly act as a trustee while being a disqualified person. A legal personal representative (LPR) cannot act as trustee on behalf of a disqualified person either.

You may have to appoint an LPR to be the trustee or director where a member:

• is over the age of 18 with a legal disability
• is under the age of 18
• requires a person to hold enduring power of attorney to act on their behalf (see SMSF Ruling SMSFR 2010/2)
• is deceased, until the death benefit becomes payable.

Members under the age of 18 can also have their parent appointed as a trustee or director on their behalf.

If prospective trustees have any outstanding tax or superannuation affairs, such as any unlodged tax returns or unpaid tax debts, this could prevent their SMSF registration from proceeding.

Determine if you’re a disqualified person

You are a disqualified person if you answer ‘yes’ to any of the following questions:

• Have you ever been convicted of a dishonest offence in Australia or overseas?
  • Offences of dishonest conduct can include fraud, theft, and illegal activity or dealings.
  • These convictions are for offences that occurred at any time, including convictions that have been ‘spent’ and those that the court has not recorded, due to age or first offender.
• Have you ever been issued with a civil penalty order?
  • Civil penalty orders are imposed when an individual contravenes a civil penalty provision.
  • This can be an order to pay a fine or serve jail time.
• Are you currently bankrupt or insolvent under administration?
  • You cannot be a trustee of an SMSF while you are an undischarged bankrupt.
  • You cannot remain a trustee if you become bankrupt or insolvent after you are appointed.
• Have you been previously disqualified by the ATO, Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) or Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)?
  • The ATO can disqualify trustees of an SMSF. This is permanent and is not just specific to the SMSF they were a trustee of at the time. To find out if someone has previously been disqualified, check our disqualified trustees registerOpens in a new window. The register commenced in 2012 and is updated quarterly.
  • ASIC can disqualify:
    • directors of companies
    • individuals who practised in Australian financial services or credit industries.
  • The Federal Court can make an order to disqualify a trustee of an APRA fund. This is permanent and disqualifies you from operating an SMSF.

Applying to waive disqualified status

You can apply for a waiver of disqualified status if the offence leading to the disqualification was not an offence involving serious dishonest conduct. This means that the penalty imposed for the offence was not either a:

• term of imprisonment for more than 2 years
• fine of more than 120 penalty units.

The application must be in writing and include:

• details of the offence
• court documents about the offence
• consent for us to inquire about the offence to any law enforcement agencies or courts that we think are relevant.

The application should be made within 14 days of the conviction. We may accept applications after this time if you explain the circumstances of your late application.

You cannot become a trustee until we notify you of our acceptance to waive the disqualified status.

Send your signed application and supporting documents to:

AUSTRALIAN TAXATION OFFICE
PO BOX 3100
PENRITH  NSW  2740

Check the company can act as a corporate trustee

A company cannot act as a corporate trustee of an SMSF if:

• the company is aware or has reason to suspect that a director of the company is a disqualified person
• an administrator has been appointed in respect of the company
• a receiver has been appointed in respect of property beneficially owned by the company
• a provisional liquidator or restructuring practitioner has been appointed in respect of the company
• action has started to wind up the company
• the company has been deregistered by ASIC.

Trustee and director consent

Whether you’re an individual trustee or director of a corporate trustee, you are responsible for running the fund and making decisions that affect the retirement interests of each fund member.

Before you consent to being a trustee ensure you understand your obligations as an SMSF trustee under the law. You need to have the knowledge, time and skills to manage your fund successfully. We recommend you complete a free online trustee training course.

All trustees or directors must formally consent in writing to being appointed. This can be recorded in meeting minutes and must be kept on file for the life of the SMSF and for 10 years after the SMSF winds up.

Trustee declaration

The Trustee declaration must be signed:

• by trustees and directors of a corporate trustee or a legal personal representative of an SMSF, to declare they understand their obligations and responsibilities
• within 21 days of appointment.

You must keep your completed declaration while you remain a trustee of the fund, or for 10 years (whichever is longer). You don’t need to send it to us unless we ask for it.

Source: Tasmania Police

Issued: 23 May 2025

A nine-year-old boy has been injured after a dingo attack at Yidney Rocks at K’gari/Fraser Island.

The dingo was injured by passers-by who ran to the boy’s aid.

The boy has been transported to hospital for treatment.

Rangers are now searching for the dingo and will increase patrols in the area.

Visitors to K’gari/Fraser Island are reminded to keep a stick with them, and watch children at all times.

Report any concerning dingo encounters by calling 07 4127 9150 or emailing dingo.ranger@des.qld.gov.au

Visitors to K’gari are reminded to Be dingo-safe! at all times:

• Always stay close (within arm’s reach) to children and young teenagers
• Always walk in groups and carry a stick
• Never feed dingoes
• Camp in fenced areas where possible
• Do not run. Running or jogging can trigger a negative dingo interaction
• Lock up food stores and iceboxes (even on a boat)
• Never store food or food containers in tents, and
• Secure all rubbish, fish and bait.

For more information go to K’gari dingoes.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Man dies after ATV crash on private property

Friday, 23 May 2025 – 9:14 pm.

Sadly, a man in his seventies has died after an ATV crash on private property at Somerset this evening.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 5.50pm after reports an ATV had crashed.
The driver of the ATV sadly died at the scene.
A full investigation will be conducted into the crash and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Obstetrician charged by police

Friday, 23 May 2025 – 5:16 pm.

Detectives from the Family and Sexual Violence Division of Tasmania Police have today charged a southern-based obstetrician with sexual offences.
The man has been charged with one count of indecent assault and one count of assault with indecent intent.
The offences are alleged to have occurred in 2022 and 2025 in the Hobart area. Other alleged sexual related offences are currently under investigation.
The man has been stood down by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) prior to today’s charges.
Following charges being laid, the man is scheduled to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court on September 1.
It is acknowledged that alleged offences of this nature are deeply disturbing, and Tasmania Police encourages anyone with information about sexual abuse to come forward and report, regardless of the passage of time.
Reports can be made directly to police on 131 444, by visiting a police station or Arch (http://arch.tas.gov.au/). If your report relates directly to a medical practitioner, you can also report to AHPRA.
Anonymous information can be provided to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au

Source: New South Wales – News

About 3.45pm on Friday 23 May, police and emergency services were called to Gosford Street and Ryde Street after a pedestrian was stuck by a car.

The pedestrian sustained serious injuries and was rushed to hospital.

Traffic restrictions are in place at the intersection of Ryde Street and Gosford Street and motorists are asked to avoid the area.

Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

Two in custody following Launceston CBD incident

Friday, 23 May 2025 – 3:48 pm.

Two people are in custody assisting police after an alleged incident involving an imitation firearm in Launceston CBD earlier today.
Shortly after midday, police received reports of a man in possession of what was believed to be a handgun while in the CBD with another man.
The men left the area in a small silver Holden hatch before the vehicle was quickly intercepted by police and they were safely taken into custody.
An imitation firearm was located within the vehicle and seized.
Nobody was physically injured or threatened during the incident and the men remain in custody assisting police.
Investigations are ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.

Source: Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission

The Australian Government is committed to leading the way in Antarctic environmental protection. We strive to continuously improve our environmental stewardship and minimise the environmental impacts of our operations. As such, and in accordance with our international obligations under the Antarctic Treaty system, the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is assessing the environmental impacts of the Australian Antarctic Program’s aviation operations on the Antarctic environment (areas south of 60°S).

The AAD has prepared a draft Initial Environmental Evaluation (IEE): Australian Antarctic Program Aviation Operations 2025-2030.
This IEE considers the potential environmental impacts of all Australian flights in the Antarctic Treaty area in support of the Australian Antarctic Program, for the coming five years. This includes intracontinental and intercontinental airplane flights, helicopters, operation of the Wilkins ice runway, airdrops and some remotely-piloted aircraft activities.
The AAD invites members of the public to submit comments on the draft IEE document. Comments should focus on potential environmental impacts of the proposed activities (south of 60°S) and/or suggest additional, specific ways to reduce the environmental impacts of the proposed activities.
Please note that this environmental assessment process is unrelated to the recently released Approach to Market for the provision of Antarctic Aviation Services.
The closing date for public comment is 5:00pm AEST on 13 June, 2025. 
Please submit comments and/or questions on this draft IEE to the AAD’s Antarctic and Environmental Regulation Section via email: eia@aad.gov.au 
Or via mail:
Gillian Slocum
Director, Antarctic and Environmental Regulation Section
Policy and Strategy Branch
Australian Antarctic Division
GPO Box 3090, Canberra City ACT 2601
This content was last updated 15 hours ago on 23 May 2025.

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Source: New South Wales – News

The complaint related to two allegations that police used excessive force and one allegation about the use of unprofessional language.

As part of the inquiry, the Body Worn footage of all officers present at the incident was reviewed in its entirety in order to assess the full set of circumstances, in context.

The police officer captured in public footage of the incident was also interviewed in relation to their actions.  The officer has since resigned from SAPOL to pursue alternative employment, however that decision was unrelated to the incident or this inquiry.

Subsequently, the two allegations of excessive force were not substantiated, however the allegation about the use of unprofessional language was substantiated.  Had the police officer involved not resigned from SAPOL, it is likely they would have been subject to management resolution under the Police Complaints and Discipline Act.

This inquiry is being overseen by the Office of Public Integrity.

As this incident is the subject of a complaint, the Police Complaints and Discipline Act would ordinarily prohibit the disclosure or publication of information in connection with it.

However, the Police Commissioner has determined to authorise both the disclosure and publication of the above information in relation to this complaint as it is in the public interest to do so.

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